For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 3,991 students in 55102, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 227 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 55102, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55102, MN are Nova Classical Academy Upper School, Nova Classical Academy Lower School and St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55102 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55102, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55102, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nova Classical Academy Upper School
Charter School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Grades: 6-12
| 535 students
Rank: #22.
Nova Classical Academy Lower School
Charter School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Grades: K-5
| 483 students
Rank: #33.
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16 W 5th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 290-2225
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 290-2225
Grades: 9-12
| 365 students
Rank: #44.
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
426 Osceola Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Grades: 7-8
| 22 students
Rank: #55.
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
426 Osceola Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Grades: K-6
| 185 students
Rank: #66.
Adams Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
615 Chatsworth St S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 298-1595
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 298-1595
Grades: PK-5
| 579 students
Rank: #77.
Juvenile Service Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25 7th St W
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Grades: 2-12
| 17 students
Rank: #88.
Global Arts Plus Upper
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
810 Palace Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8690
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8690
Grades: 5-8
| 426 students
Rank: #99.
Bridge View Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
350 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Grades: K-12
| 112 students
Rank: #1010.
Rise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
355 Randolph Ave, Ste 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Grades: K-6
| 164 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Gateway To College
Alternative School
235 Marshall Avenue, Office #3
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 403-4452
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 403-4452
Grades: 8-12
| 143 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brittany's Place
Alternative School
360 Colborne Street, 4th Floor
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 332-5539
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 332-5539
Grades: K-12
| 1 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Education - Birth To Three
Special Education School
271 Belvidere St E
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 744-5661
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 744-5661
Grades: PK
| 364 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Educational Global
Special Education School
810 Palace Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8690
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8690
Grades: PK
| 5 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ecse Inclusion
Special Education School
271 Belvidere St E
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 231-9958
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 231-9958
Grades: PK
| 322 students
Rank: n/an/a
Focus Beyond
Special Education School
340 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-5997
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-5997
Grades: 9-12
| 198 students
Rank: n/an/a
Journeys Secondary School
Special Education School
90 Western Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 744-1900
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 744-1900
Grades: 8-12
| 70 students
Rank: n/an/a
Resident Student/out Of State
Alternative School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Rise Academy Online
Charter School
355 Randolph Ave, Ste 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Time Nonpublic
Special Education School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
55102, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Calvin Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Early Education Bridge View (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
354 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Elmore Academy (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 769-8243
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 769-8243
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Ls Mnic (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St 4th Floor
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Minnesota Business Academy Charter (Closed 2007)
Charter School
505 Wabasha Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 726-2100
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 726-2100
Grades: 9-12
| 229 students
Pre-school Screening (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
360 Colborne Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8380
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8380
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Private Agencies (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
360 Colborne
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
School Of Leaders For Ps Secondary (Closed 2023)
Charter School
905 Jefferson Ave, Ste 305
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 582-8204
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 582-8204
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Transition For Success High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
25 W 7th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Grades: 7-12
| 77 students
426 Osceola Ave. South
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(612) 843-3242
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(612) 843-3242
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Watkins Center For Young Women (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
325 Dayton Ave.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 227-8431
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 227-8431
Grades: 7-12
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55102, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55102, MN include Nova Classical Academy Upper School, Nova Classical Academy Lower School and St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art.
How many public schools are located in 55102?
20 public schools are located in 55102.
What percentage of students in 55102 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 55102 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55102?
55102 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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